Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Junior Paralegal
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the top law firms in the U.S.! Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for a
Junior Paralegal
to join our team in our
Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, or Los Angeles
offices.If in our Seattle office, we offer a hybrid work engagement. If in our Portland, San Francisco, or Los Angeles office, this position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting distance from any of our offices.This position supports an innovative client project team that handles a variety of legal requests. Primary responsibilities include drafting responses to legal requests such as subpoenas, arbitration demands, or small claims; submitting requests for data to clients; overseeing tracking systems; data entry; serving as a liaison with the client; drafting correspondence; and escalating legal questions. Close attention to detail, sound judgment, excellent writing skills, and careful organization are needed. The position also requires multi-tasking and strong interpersonal skills in a fast-paced environment.At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled.On a typical day you will:
Type, format, and edit correspondence and legal documents, with short notice and tight deadlinesCollect, organize, and save data and documentsSubmission of data requests to clientAnalyze basic legal requests and escalate for attorney review, as neededReview documents in Relativity and assist in managing production of documentsCommunicate by telephone, email, and mail with project team members; clients; and counsel and other legal professionals outside the firmAnswer, screen, and respond to phone callsAccurately and completely record billable time spent and tasks performed in accordance with firm policy and client-imposed billing protocols; enter and release time promptly in compliance with the firm’s announced deadlinesEnter data into tracking systemsOther duties as assignedJoin us if you have:
2+ years as a legal professional (legal assistant or paralegal) or substantial law-related undergraduate coursework with paralegal trainingA four-year college degreeInterest in technology in the workplace and technology companiesDemonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and independentlyStrong skills in word processing and computer use: ability to type 65 wpm with high accuracyHigh attention to detail and sensitivity to confidential materialsHigh level of energy; able to work at a fast pace; multitask; and prioritize tasksDemonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented, service-focused environment and to handle stressful situations in a calm, composed mannerProficiency in MS Office Products (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat or NuanceExcellent grammar, proofreading and organizational skillsAbility to understand and follow work instructionsAvailability and willingness to work overtime as needed or requestedStrong communication skills in English, both verbal and written, with all levels of a professional services organization, including interpersonal skillsStrong customer service, analysis, troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsMust be a team player and have ability to work independently, with minimal supervisionPrevious experience in a law firm or professional services organization, supporting a multi-office environment, preferredWho We Are
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 11 offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.What’s in it For You?
DWT offers competitive compensation in addition to ample benefits including but not limited to:Choice of health and vision insurance plans2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service workDental planFertility and adoption benefitPaid sabbatical after 13 years of serviceTuition reimbursementCommuter benefitsRetirement contributionThis job description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.Washington StateThe annualized salary range for this position in Washington is $78,000 to $87,000 ($40.00 - $44.62 hourly). Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays each year and an employee assistance program. For full-time employees, the initial vacation benefit is 15 days per year and 11 days of sick leave per year, accrued bi-weekly. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.CaliforniaThe annualized salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $76,000 to $81,600 ($38.97 - $41.85 hourly); and in San Francisco is $83,000 to $89,000 ($42.56 - $45.64 hourly). Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.Diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of the fabric of Davis Wright Tremaine – central to who we are and what we do. Our vision is to foster a culture where all talented individuals – including those who are from traditionally underrepresented communities in the legal profession – can have, and can see, a path to success. We embed DEI throughout our law firm with our four-pillar framework: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. We invite you to learn more about our commitment to DEI at
https://www.dwt.com/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion .Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email
humanresources_confidential@dwt.com .
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Junior Paralegal
to join our team in our
Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, or Los Angeles
offices.If in our Seattle office, we offer a hybrid work engagement. If in our Portland, San Francisco, or Los Angeles office, this position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting distance from any of our offices.This position supports an innovative client project team that handles a variety of legal requests. Primary responsibilities include drafting responses to legal requests such as subpoenas, arbitration demands, or small claims; submitting requests for data to clients; overseeing tracking systems; data entry; serving as a liaison with the client; drafting correspondence; and escalating legal questions. Close attention to detail, sound judgment, excellent writing skills, and careful organization are needed. The position also requires multi-tasking and strong interpersonal skills in a fast-paced environment.At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled.On a typical day you will:
Type, format, and edit correspondence and legal documents, with short notice and tight deadlinesCollect, organize, and save data and documentsSubmission of data requests to clientAnalyze basic legal requests and escalate for attorney review, as neededReview documents in Relativity and assist in managing production of documentsCommunicate by telephone, email, and mail with project team members; clients; and counsel and other legal professionals outside the firmAnswer, screen, and respond to phone callsAccurately and completely record billable time spent and tasks performed in accordance with firm policy and client-imposed billing protocols; enter and release time promptly in compliance with the firm’s announced deadlinesEnter data into tracking systemsOther duties as assignedJoin us if you have:
2+ years as a legal professional (legal assistant or paralegal) or substantial law-related undergraduate coursework with paralegal trainingA four-year college degreeInterest in technology in the workplace and technology companiesDemonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and independentlyStrong skills in word processing and computer use: ability to type 65 wpm with high accuracyHigh attention to detail and sensitivity to confidential materialsHigh level of energy; able to work at a fast pace; multitask; and prioritize tasksDemonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented, service-focused environment and to handle stressful situations in a calm, composed mannerProficiency in MS Office Products (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat or NuanceExcellent grammar, proofreading and organizational skillsAbility to understand and follow work instructionsAvailability and willingness to work overtime as needed or requestedStrong communication skills in English, both verbal and written, with all levels of a professional services organization, including interpersonal skillsStrong customer service, analysis, troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsMust be a team player and have ability to work independently, with minimal supervisionPrevious experience in a law firm or professional services organization, supporting a multi-office environment, preferredWho We Are
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 11 offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.What’s in it For You?
DWT offers competitive compensation in addition to ample benefits including but not limited to:Choice of health and vision insurance plans2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service workDental planFertility and adoption benefitPaid sabbatical after 13 years of serviceTuition reimbursementCommuter benefitsRetirement contributionThis job description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.Washington StateThe annualized salary range for this position in Washington is $78,000 to $87,000 ($40.00 - $44.62 hourly). Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays each year and an employee assistance program. For full-time employees, the initial vacation benefit is 15 days per year and 11 days of sick leave per year, accrued bi-weekly. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.CaliforniaThe annualized salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $76,000 to $81,600 ($38.97 - $41.85 hourly); and in San Francisco is $83,000 to $89,000 ($42.56 - $45.64 hourly). Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.Diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of the fabric of Davis Wright Tremaine – central to who we are and what we do. Our vision is to foster a culture where all talented individuals – including those who are from traditionally underrepresented communities in the legal profession – can have, and can see, a path to success. We embed DEI throughout our law firm with our four-pillar framework: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. We invite you to learn more about our commitment to DEI at
https://www.dwt.com/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion .Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email
humanresources_confidential@dwt.com .
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